‘Israeli’ military outlines post-Gideon’s Chariots plans

According to a report in Hebrew media, Israeli Occupation Forces' Chief of Staff Lt.-Gen. announced that Operation Gideon’s Chariots is steadily advancing toward its objectives in Gaza.

Eyal Zamir has presented three potential courses of action for the period following the operation’s completion, according to reports citing 'Israeli' security sources.

The operation is expected to achieve its goals in the coming weeks, including control over approximately 75 percent of Gaza’s territory and the objectives set by the political leadership for the military.

The first option, considered the least desirable by senior military and security officials, is a full conquest of the Gaza Strip, effectively establishing a military government. This path poses significant operational risks, including the danger it would pose to captives still held in Gaza.

The report stated that a full occupation would place immense pressure on both reserve and regular forces, as well as strain the IOF’s logistical resources, especially ground forces. 

The second alternative cited by the report involves surrounding Gaza City and the central camps while shifting to a strategy of attrition. Under this approach, the IOF would carry out repeated aerial and ground raids on Gaza.

The third alternative proposes an agreement for the release of captives combined with a ceasefire. According to the report, this option would allow the IOF to prepare for threats across all fronts and provide much-needed breathing room for both ground and air forces.